85 days. The Oriental Yard Long produces pods that can grow to be anywhere from one to three feet long. Each plant grows in a unique way, making them fascinating to watch! Yard-long beans have a taste similar to that of a green bean, and the pods cook very quickly due to their shape. They require support from a fence or pole so that their vines can grow up and provide the room necessary for the pods to grow to their full size and weight. The plant can grow in a variety of climates, thriving in zones three to nine. A unique and fun addition to the home garden.



Growing Oriental Yard Long Bean Pole Garden Seeds
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Growing Directions:
Start by sowing the seeds one to two inches deep, with a space of three to four inches between plants. The Yard Long can tolerate acidic soils and will require full sun. Water them often so that they don't wilt in the sun. Due to the the nature of a vine, a support, such as a trellis, will be needed. Pods grow long and slightly heavy, so they will need a strong support. The pods take two to three months to reach maturity, at which point they should be anywhere from one to three feet long. Once pods begin to reach this size, they should be harvested each day to encourage production on the vine.
Facts:
These vines have a mind of their own, and they will grow up and around almost any support they are offered. This is a great opportunity to get creative in the home garden.
Seeds Per Package:
- 7 g Packet - Approximately 40 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 160 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 640 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 2,500 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 12,800 Seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 64,000 Seeds
Basic Info
Latin Name: | Vigna unguiculata var. sesquipedalis |
Color: | Light green |
Flavor: | Similar to green bean |
Growing Info
Days to Maturity: | 85 |
Hardiness Zone: | 3-9 |
Planting Depth: | 1-2 inches |
Plant Spacing: | 3-4 inches |
Row Spacing: | 30-36 inches |
Growth Habit: | Vine |
Soil Preference: | Loose soil, PH of 6-7, soil must be warm to germinate, grow in late spring |
Temp Preference: | Warmer |
Light Preference: | Full sun is required |
Other Info
Pests/diseases: | Susceptible to spider mites |
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